Speech Language Pathologist Assistant

Job Description

<p>EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY – SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST ASSISTANT</p><p>ENOCH CREE NATION - KEA</p><p>* OPEN COMPETITION*</p><p>JOB PURPOSE: Speech Language Pathologist Assistants (SLPA) are to assist in the education,</p><p>development and training of students as well as to assist in maintaining a smooth and efficient</p><p>operation of the school in general. SLPA's must work under the supervision of our Speech Language</p><p>Therapist, teacher and/or administrator and take direction from the professional(s) to whom they are</p><p>assigned.</p><p>EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS: Assist students who may have special behavioural/intellectual needs. Support the instruction of students. Conduct hearing, speech, and language screenings. Run language therapy activities as a one-on-one or group basis according to treatment plans developed by the Speech-language Pathologist. Keep records of student progress and performance during sessions and provide feedback to the Speech-language Pathologist. Responsible for the development of materials in relation to the student's individual programs and strategies as determined by the Speech-language Pathologist. Assist with the preparation for at home programming, modeling, and monitoring. Assist the Speech-language Pathologist and classroom teaching team by developing and maintaining detailed notes in regards to student progress and response to current program/strategies. Modify material and teaching styles to account for the individual needs of students. Consult regularly with the teacher, admin and inclusive education coordinator for the benefit of any student. Follow the same code of conduct as certified teachers. Develop trusting relationships with children and involve family and community members in classroom activities on a regular basis. Supervise students in structured (classroom) and unstructured settings (hallway, recess, lunch). Report to their immediate supervisor or Principal for duties. Support the evaluation and reporting on students' intellectual, social, behavioral and academic progress on a regular basis. Maintain the daily attendance register, when requested. Follow supervision schedule made out by the administrator. Accompany and supervise classes or groups on excursions or field trips. Work with students in varying academic subjects independently or in small groups. Assist teacher with classroom tasks when requested, work as a team to support students and teacher in routines, and discipline. Assume responsibility to promote cultural awareness in the classroom, community, or special school activity. Other duties as assigned.</p><ul><li><p>Speech Language Assistant diploma from a recognized institution.</p></li><li><p>1-3 years of experience directly related to pediatric experience.</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of psychoeducational assessment recommendations, occupational therapy</p></li></ul><p>recommendations and speech language recommendations.</p><ul><li><p>Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training.</p></li><li><p>Police Check and Vulnerable Sector Check.</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of Cree Language is considered an asset.</p></li><li><p>Be available to work Monday-Friday 8:00-4:00</p></li></ul><p>WORKING CONDITIONS:</p><p>The Family Well-Being Coordinator will work in office and within the community for a total of 40 hours a week. 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. May be required to work some evenings and weekends. While adhering to the Enoch Cree Nation Human Resources Policy & Procedure Manual.</p><p>Closing Date: SEP 16, 2025</p><p>*Please submit cover letters & resumes to Human Resource Department*</p><p>Email: Fax: Phone: Ext: 2222</p><p>*ECN thanks all applicants for their interest in this opportunity.</p><p>Only candidates considered for the position will be contacted for an interview*py services</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: From $50,000.00 per year</p><p>Application question(s):</p><ul><li>Do you have experience working with or on First Nations?</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>